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Teens · Ages 13–17

The empire of gut and bone

by M. T. Anderson

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A young boy named Alex is sent to a strange, isolated island where he learns about the island's history and the strange creatures that inhabit it.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

3/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore10

Some mild violence occurs involving creatures on the island.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some creatures and situations on the island are unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The island's unique culture and beliefs are explored.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Alex shows bravery in facing the island's challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship5

Some camaraderie develops between Alex and other characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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